Senior Employee Relations Advisor

4 weeks ago


Cannock UK, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Finning International Full time
Company:Finning (UK) Ltd

Number of Openings:1

Worker Type:Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Position Overview:Are you a seasoned People professional with a passion for delivering expert advice and support across a diverse range of Employee Relations activities? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Employee Relations Advisor to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, where you will play a pivotal role in managing complex ER matters and ensuring fairness and consistency in line with our People policies and employment legislation.

As a Senior ER Advisor, you will leverage your comprehensive understanding of employment laws to navigate intricate issues, mitigating risks while driving positive business outcomes. You will be instrumental in refining our People policies and procedures, enhancing the employee experience, and aligning with our business objectives.

Your customer-focused approach will be key in supporting our People Business Partners to execute strategic people plans efficiently and professionally, ultimately adding significant value to our organization. If you are driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting role.

Job Description:

Major Job Functions:

  • Provide professional and expert advice/guidance to employees and leaders in accordance with People policies, processes, and procedures. Build strong working relationships with leaders of all levels and provide proactive advice, support and guidance on complex and varied employee relations matters including investigations, suspension, disciplinaries, grievances, appeals, performance issues, drugs and alcohol testing, absence management, capability situations, settlement agreements and contractual changes.

  • Manage complex issues from end to end with minimal supervision, informing leaders of any risk and advising them on the best approach.

  • Identify opportunities to improve and develop policies and procedures in line with employment law changes and best practices. Collaborate with key stakeholders to successfully implement policy changes that support business objectives.

  • Support People Business Partners to execute people plans that support business objectives and priorities, such as organizational structure changes, changes in headcount requirements, tackling performance issues, improving employee experience and attracting/retaining talent.

  • Work in collaboration with the Centers of Excellence, such as recruitment, reward, and learning and development, to provide a seamless, supportive, and proactive service to the business.

  • Work closely with the internal legal team to respond to Data Subject Access Requests and ensure all requests are dealt with confidentially and in accordance with GDPR Regulations.

Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, life insurance, up to 7% pension, and access to the company's share scheme, you will benefit from:

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

  • Health Cash Plan

  • Family-friendly policies to support working parents

  • Support from a team of 40+ Mental Health first-aiders

  • Employee wellbeing solutions

  • Electric car scheme (UK)

  • The opportunity to support your charity of choice via Give As You Earn

  • Length of service or recognition awards

Skills Required

  • Comprehensive understanding of current employment law in the UK including GDPR and IR35 Regulations

  • Strong investigation skills with the ability to seek additional information and think differently

  • Flexible and persistent to achieve the best possible results

  • Strong mediation skills

  • Good understanding of current employment law in the Republic of Ireland (desirable)

  • Experience using Workday HR Management system or equivalent (desirable)

Education & Experience:

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent (desirable)

  • A minimum of 3 years experience working in a progressive People Advisor/ER Advisor role

  • Fully CIPD qualified or significant progress towards completion

  • Comprehensive employment law knowledge

  • Experience working within a fast-paced multi-site operational business (desirable)

  • Experience working in a Unionized environment (desirable)

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.



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